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LOCATION: White Plains, NY

HOURS: Monday-Friday 4:00am-8am

Part Time

Hourly Rate: $30-55/hr

Position Summary: The Histology/IHC Technician will perform laboratory procedures and functions in accordance to established protocols which require limited independent judgement and review. The individual will provide daily operational assistance to the department supervisor/manager and provide guidance to the supporting staff.

In this role you will:

• Handle specimens from accessioning to final specimen storage
• Assist supervisor/manager with day-to-day administration of the histology department
• Perform all routine processes of surgical specimen i.e., embedding, cutting, staining and cover slipping
• Ensure adherence and maintains quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Review slides for overall quality of preparation i.e., staining intensity, proper cover slipping and stain artifacts to help ensure accuracy
• Coordinate timely distribution of completed patient materials to pathologist
• Provide training and guidance to laboratory assistant
• Prepare and maintain reagents for routine H&E, special stain and IHC procedures
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to specification i.e., automated H&E staining instrument, Ventana Benchmark Ultra and Special Stain instruments, tissue processor
• Maintain and complete instrument specific QC documents when applicable
• Perform basic troubleshooting diagnosis and/or repairs of instrumentation and document remedial actions
• Maintain all paperwork associated with the laboratory i.e., records maintenance logs and temperature logs as needed
• Monitor inventory and alerts staff of low stock supplies prior to depletion
• Operate and maintain a clean workstation and area
• Assist with coverage of other lab operational tasks
• Maintain a positive, achievement-oriented attitude and influence others to do the same
• Other duties as directed by the supervisor and/or departments manage.

All you need is:

• High School Education/ Associate Degree with some medical or science related course of study
• NY State license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Histological Technician required
• 3-5 years of experience in Histology
• The ability to establish work priorities and to handle several tasks for maximum work efficiency
• Good clerical, organization, attention to detail, time management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude are essential
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information concerning patients, physicians, employees, clients, vendors, and the company

Bonus points if you've got:

• ASCP HT or HTL certification is a plus

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